Chain O' Lakes, IL
AKA: Fox Chain O' Lake, Grass Lake, Nippersink Lake, Pistakee Lake
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About Fox Chain O' Lakes
The tranquil setting of the Chain O' Lakes awaits your visit for a day on the water. Touting 488 miles of shoreline, Fox Chain O' Lakes comprises fifteen lakes covering 7,100 surface acres. The primary lakes composing the chain include Bluff Lake, Channel Lake, Fox Lake, Grass Lake, Lake Catherine, Lake Marie, Nippersink Lake, Petite Lake and Pistakee Lake. Plenty of shoreline is easily accessible for those who enjoy bank-related activities. Boat rentals, campgrounds, RV hookups, boat launch ramps, lodging, restaurants and marinas, are available to enhance your outdoor adventure.
Amenities
Marina: YES
Boat Rental: YES
Boat Launch Ramp: YES
Campgrounds: YES
RV Hookups: YES
Lodging: YES
Convenience Store: YES
Bait & Tackle: YES
Restaurant: YES
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Boat Rentals
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Public Boat Launch Ramps & Landings
Ben Watts Marina Boat Launch Ramp
Located mid lake, east side of Pistakee Lake, off US Highway 12, this is a four-lane, concrete ramp with docks and gravel parking.
Highway 173 Boat Launch Ramp
Located mid lake, on the south side of Channel Lake, off Highway 173, this is a one-lane, concrete ramp with docks and paved parking.
Maple Grove Boat Launch Ramp
Located mid lake, west side of Grassy Lake, off Fox Chain-O-Lakes State Park Road, this is a four-lane, concrete ramp with docks and massive, paved parking.
Marinas
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Campgrounds & RV Parks Nearby
Grass Lake Marina & RV Park - 847 395-6214
Chain O' Lakes State Park Campground - 847 587-5512
Fox River Recreation Campground - 847 395-6090
Fish Species Present
The lake supports populations of largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, channel catfish, flathead catfish, black crappie, white crappie, walleye, bluegill, green sunfish, warmouth, muskie and northern pike at Fox Chain O' Lakes in Illinois.
Map - Camping & Access
Contact Information
Chain O Lakes Marina
500 E Grand Ave
Fox Lake, IL 60020
847 587-6222
Chain O Lakes State Park 847 587-5512
IDNR Fisheries Biologist 815 675-2319
Fox Waterway Agency 847 587-8540
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